Families Supporting Families

01/06/2026

31/05/2026

In order to make the budget cuts to the NDIS, Mark Butler is proposing hundreds of thousands of people be moved to ‘foundational support’ services, none of which as yet exist.

29/05/2026

Last chance to sign this e-petition - Protect access to reasonable and necessary supports under the NDIS.

Sign here: https://buff.ly/O3nRzu8

Last chance to sign our e-petition - Protect access to reasonable and necessary supports under the NDIS.

We have almost 6000 signatures, but we need every one we can.

Petition closes tonight 29 May 2026 11:59 PM (AEST).

Help us send the message to Government people are not ok with these cuts!!

Sign our Parliamentary e-petition: https://buff.ly/O3nRzu8

28/05/2026

Love this!

👀 Check out what we spotted at Kmart – cards for Braille users!
📄 Braille is a system that helps people who are blind or have low vision to read and write using raised dots on paper.

🫳 Each dot can be felt with fingers to read letters, numbers, and words.

🦮 The cards were designed with Hallmark and Guide Dogs Australia and are available at K-Mart, Coles, Target and some newsagents as well as online - there are 12 bold cards in the range.

🤩 We love seeing accessible and inclusive things like this becoming more and more available!

❔ Have you seen these or something similar in your shops?

Pic desc: A hand holding a “Thank you” card. There are purple, yellow, and pink tulips on the card, and Braille on the pink tulip. There is a purple circle in the top left corner of the card that says, “Braille card.” There are also other Braille cards in the background, with birthdays, congratulations and love topics.

28/05/2026

When autism is confirmed in the teenage years, the diagnosis may not be embraced by the teenager themselves. The teenager may have already made up their mind about what autism is and have decided that the label does not describe them. They may already have accepted the stigma and discrimination that...

27/05/2026

More time to make your submission on the proposed changes to the NDIS.

We pushed for more time. The Senate Inquiry into the proposed NDIS Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026 has now extended submissions until close of business (COB) Monday 1 June 2026.

Three extra days is welcome. But let’s be clear: that is still not genuine, accessible consultation for legislation that will significantly change how people access and use the NDIS.

People with disability deserve time to read, understand and respond to legislation this significant.

We’ve created resources and a submission template to help people have their say: https://buff.ly/5Tbwi1R

Image description: Graphic announcing that the Senate Inquiry has extended submissions on the NDIS Bill until COB 1 June, including an excerpt from an official notice confirming submissions will be accepted until that date.

26/05/2026

There's still time to register!

Join Siblings Australia - or another participating country of your choice - for a powerful global tribute to siblings and young hearts who care.

Silent Strength is a virtual international event shining a light on the resilience, compassion and quiet strength of those who support brothers and sisters, parents or grandparents with disability or additional needs - often in roles they did not choose yet carry with remarkable dedication.

Across the world, many people take on caring responsibilities while navigating school, friendships, work and life. Silent Strength creates space to recognise their experiences, amplify their voices, and connect communities globally.

✨ What to expect:

🌏 A 24-hour rolling global program on May 28, moving across time zones around the world
👥 Join a session of your choice - connect, listen and be part of a global conversation
🎬 Special feature for Canadian registrations: screening of Like a Mountain: Mindfulness for Young Caregivers followed by a live panel discussion
👉 Click the link to register for the Australian session hosted by Siblings Australia - or explore one of the other global sessions: https://bit.ly/SilentStrength2026

26/05/2026

Upcoming parenting event at Hunter Women's Centre!

✨ We’re excited to welcome Dr Billy Garvey to the Hunter Women’s Centre for a special event: How Not to Stuff Up Your Kids.

Dr Billy Garvey is a developmental paediatrician who has supported countless children and families through challenges relating to emotional wellbeing, behaviour, learning, and development. Many also know him as the co-host of the popular Pop Culture Parenting podcast, where he shares practical, evidence-based parenting insights in a relatable and compassionate way.

Join us for an honest, humorous, and reassuring conversation about parenting — without the guilt and pressure to get everything perfect.

📅 25 June
🕐 1:00pm
📍 Hunter Women’s Centre, Mayfield
🎟 $50 – all funds raised support HWC

Spots are limited!
👉 Book now via the link in bio.

25/05/2026